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HousingWire spoke with Dawn Kernicky, senior vice president of late stage default at ServiceMac, about leadership, navigating industry change and the importance of balancing operational efficiency with customer empathy in mortgage servicing.

Sunlife Homes grew residential sales volume 31.8% in 2025, placing 11th in HousingWire’s homebuilder growth rankings. Management reports 43 closings and 19 pending contracts in 2026, supported by a land-light strategy and roughly 95-day cycle times.

Agents can lose about $16,000 a month when 10 leads go unanswered and 20% would have converted, at $8,000 per closing.

<p>Britain's private rented sector has more than doubled since 2000, with 3.2 million children now living in rental homes. The demographic shift sees families increasingly viewing private renting as a permanent housing solution rather than a temporary arrangement.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ww...

<p>Homebuying platform OneDome has launched its first television advertising campaign on Channel 4, backed by a £7.5 million media-for-equity partnership. The company reported first quarter revenue of £15.3 million, representing a 394% increase year-on-year.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.prop...

<p>A 76-year-old Bradford landlord with a history of housing regulation breaches has been found guilty of multiple offences relating to poor conditions at three of his houses in multiple occupation. Hasan Kazi, who owns 18 properties housing approximately 100 tenants, was convicted following a prose...

<p>RAW Capital Partners has announced that Tim Parkes has stepped down from his role as CEO, with Ben Nichols taking over the day-to-day running of the business as Chief Executive Officer. Parkes will remain closely involved with the Guernsey-based specialist lender as a senior advisor and Chairman ...

HousingWire data shows housing markets adapting to higher rates as sellers adjust pricing and transaction activity holds up.

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. is suing mortgage lender Nationwide Mortgage Bankers (NMB) for allegedly profiting on the “goodwill and sterling reputation” associated with its name and trademarks.

OnCourse Learning has launched a suite of AI-powered tools, including a learning assistant called Rubi and a new AI for MLOs Certificate program.

The affiliate specializes in residential brokerage, new development and investment-focused transactions throughout Long Island.

<p>The Land Registry has warned conveyancers that repeated failures to properly check property deeds or instances of losing them could result in referrals for disciplinary investigation. Serene Rollins, Assistant Registrar at Land Registry, confirmed that conveyancers could be referred to the Solici...

<p>Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's housing policy positions have come under renewed scrutiny following reports that he purchased a London rental property with assistance from the parliamentary expenses system. The two-bedroom former council flat in Kennington, acquired for £215,000 in 2005, ...

<p>Two Martin &#038; Co franchise owners have acquired their third office in the North West, expanding their lettings portfolio across the region in under two years. Peter Mahoney and Craig Wicking have taken on Martin &#038; Co Widnes, adding to their existing operations in Rochdale and Leigh.</p> ...

Rhode Island moved closer to joining a small group of states whose lawmakers are working to unlock religious institution land for affordable housing development. At the same time, a major shift in the Ocean State&#8217;s House leadership may possibly derail the bill and a companion measure in a broa...

Champion Homes will acquire Homes Direct, adding 11 western stores and taking its retail total to 95 locations nationwide.

MBA reports applications fell 8.5% as the 30-year fixed rate rose to 6.65%. Refinances fell 18% and purchase demand dipped 0.4%.

HouseWhisper introduced Lead Engine and Rules Engine to automate outreach and lead routing, with rules by ZIP code, language and price range.

<p>By Lesley Horton, the UK’s Chief Property Ombudsman Dual fee disputes remain one of the most persistent and complex issues in the residential property sector. They are also among the most distressing for consumers, often involving unexpected claims for thousands of pounds long after a transaction...

Realtracs says Zillow is not compliant with updated IDX display rules due May 31, and may suspend the MLS feed on June 1.